Pole Fitness Exercise: Rotator Cuff Strengthening

Who felt a bit of pain when they tried out the Libellula? Most of you all did. And that's completely normal when we're trying out a new move.

In this tutorial, @angelina.polerina shares a rotator cuff strengthening exercise where we can strengthen our shoulder with stuff we can easily find at home.

What's in it for you:

• Strengthens rotator cuff

• Prevent injury and improve mobility

• Especially important in moves where you shoulder is stretched back, like the Ballerina. You don't want your shoulder to pop out of it's socket!

What you'll need:

• Chair

• Yoga block or book

• Can or light dumbbell

• Sit comfortably on the floor

• Set up your chair beside you

Step 1: 

Elbow should be same height as shoulder, use books/ block to adjust. Elbow bent at 90­° angle. Palm facing forward. Keep wrist straight.

Step 2

Lower your forearm as far as it will go without your shoulder rolling forward. You will feel a gentle stretch at the back of your shoulder.

Return to Step 1, repeat for 10 reps, aim for 3 sets on each side.